4 (1 oz.) squares unsweetened chocolate
1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk (NOT evaporated milk)
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. almond extract
2 c. (1 pt.) whipping cream, whipped
2 1/2 c. pared, chopped fresh peaches (1 lb.)
40 ladyfinger halves
Fresh peach slices
Sliced almonds, toasted

In heavy saucepan, over medium heat, melt chocolate with sweetened condensed milk, stirring constantly until smooth and well blended. Stir in extracts. Pour into large bowl; cool to room temperature, about 1 1/2 hours. Beat until smooth. Fold in whipped cream, then chopped peaches. Line bottom of 9-inch springform pan with 18 ladyfinger halves.

Cut 1/2 inch from 1 end of remaining ladyfinger halves; place 1/2 inch pieces on bottom of pan with other ladyfinger halves. Top with 1/3 of chocolate mixture. Line side of pan with remaining ladyfinger halves. Spoon remaining chocolate mixture into prepared pan. Chill at least 4 hours. Garnish with peach slices and almonds. Refrigerate leftovers. Makes 8-10 servings.

MICROWAVE: In 2-quart glass measure with handle, combine chocolate, sweetened condensed milk and extracts; cook on high (100% power) 2-4 minutes, stirring after each minute until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Cool to room temperature. Proceed as above.